somogyi PAR20BT Electronic Party Speaker Instruction Manual

somogyi PAR20BT Electronic Party Speaker

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Before using the product for the first time, please read the instructions for use below and retain them for later reference. The original instructions were written in the Hungarian language. This appliance may only be used by persons with impaired physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lacking in experience or knowledge, as well as children from the age of 8, if they are under supervision or have been given instruction concerning use and they have understood the hazards associated with use. Children should not be allowed to play with the unit. Children may only clean or perform user maintenance on the appliance under supervision. After unpacking the product, make sure it has not been damaged during transport. Keep children away from the packaging material, if it contains polybag or other hazardous components.

• LED light effect
• wireless BT connection
• music playback from mobile phone, computer
• MP3 playback from USB device
• FM radio with automatic station-search
• microphone socket, KARAOKE function
• 3,5 mm AUX audio input
• built-in Li-ion accumulator
• automatic charging with LED indicator
• expected operation time: ~10 hours
• digital, red LED display
• light, compact, portable design
• power supply of remote control: CR 2025 (3 V) button cell, included
• accessory: remote control, microUSB powerline charger (5 V / 2 A)

USE

The use of the two-way, bass-reflex active soundbox is primarily recommended for hobby and party entertainment purposes. Its built-in battery allows you to operate it without voltage. With the help of a 3,5 mm diameter AUX and a 6,3 mm diameter microphone input, external devices, such as mobile phone, computers, CD/DVD player, recorder, microphone… can be directly connected. Besides the speakers, the unit includes a built-in amplifier and USB/MP3/FM/BT multimedia player. Its accessories are a power charger and a remote control.

POWER SUPPLY, CHARGING THE ACCUMULATOR
The sound box can be operated from the built-in battery. The battery must be fully charged before first use. Connect the supplied power adapter to the sound box (CHARGE DC 5 V microUSB socket), then to power network and leave the sound box switched off. During charging the red LED is lighting. Stop charging by removing the adapter, if the red LED goes out or at the latest after 4 hours. In case of fully discharged battery, the charging time is approximately 3-3,5 hours. This provides approx. 10 hours of operation from the internal battery at medium volume. This depends on the set volume, the selected mode and the ambient temperature. It can also be charged during operation, but this increases charging time.

• Can only be connected to the adapter supplied with it! If it is less than in the factory accessory 5 V/2 A, e.g. it is connected to a mobile phone charger, it can be damaged!
• After charging and/or ending use, unplug the adapter from the mains and the device! Keep it connected after full charging only if the device is in continuous operation. Charging can cause noise in the loudspeakers. When the machine is switched off, the automatic battery charger operates. Remove the adapter from the network after charging is complete!
• For sake of extended battery life, keep the battery in charged status even when it is out of use!
• The used battery is closed, Li-ion type. It does not require maintenance. At the end of its lifetime, it can be replaced by a specialist after removing the control panel. The cover is fixed with screws.

INSTALLATION

All connections should be done when the system is powered off! The soundbox and the device to be connected are also should be in a switched-off state! Make sure that that the wiring and polarity of the connectors are correct. Keep the microphone cable and audio cable away from the power cord! You have to connect the power adapter firstly to the soundbox, then to the power socket. The VOLUME volume control should be in minimum position. After this, on the switched-on soundbox (keep the POWER button pressed for 2 seconds) carefully start increasing the volume el. Set the VOLUME control to a minimum position before every switch on and off, so that no no possibly occurred noise impact can damage the speakers. To switch off, press and hold the power button.

VOLUME-CONTROL AND FUNCTION CHANGE
Volume control can be performed by using the VOLUME rotary knob or with the remote control’s VOL+/VOL- button. After switching on, the wireless BT function activates. If a device have already been paired to it – and it is nearby – then the connection is automatical. The function you want to operate can be selected by pressing the INPUT button (or MODE in the remote control): BT – USB – LINE – FM – BT… Available multimedia functions: wireless BT connectivity, USB MP3 player, FM radio, using external microphone (option), external device connection (AUX – LINE IN socket). MAXIMUM VOLUME Every speaker must be eased into working before proper usage. In the first 30-50 operation hours it should only run at 50% capacity! At higher volume levels – in some cases – there may be distorted, low-quality sound. This can be caused by the too large input signal. To avoid this, reduce the signal level of the particular external equipment or if necessary the main volume (VOLUME). The system’s maximum volume is that which can still hear without distortions.

• By further increasing the volume, there is no increase in output power, or even the distortion of the system increases! This is harmful to the loudspeaker and may cause malfunction!
• If you are connecting a microphone, place it as far away from the audio box as possible to eliminate the noise! Do not point the sound box towards the microphone, because the noise damages the loudspeakers! When using a microphone, gently increase the volume and, if you experience noise, immediately turn the control back and replace the soundbox into another position if necessary.

WIRELESS BT CONNECTION
The device can be paired to other devices with BT protocol within a range of up to 10 meters. After that, you can listen to music played on mobile phone, tablet, notebook and other similar devices hands-free. Select with the INPUT or MODE button the BT function, the display shows BLUE text. Search for the devices nearby which has wireless BT connection, including this speaker in the way it is written in the instruction manual of the device to be paired. Connect the two devices together. After successful connection, a short beep sounds. Next, the desired program can be heard from the speaker. Using the playback device player (e.g. a mobile phone) generally can be controlled by briefly pressing the buttons.

• In case of older, BT2.0 devices, you may need to enter a password when connecting: “0000”
• One loudspeaker can be paired with one BT device simultaneously.
• After switching on, it will automatically re-connect to the previously paired and properly connected device if it is switched on nearby.
• If wireless connection is interrupted, if necessary, keep pressing the INPUT button, until it’s back to BT function, and pairing mode activates again.
• When a phone call is received on the connected mobile phone while listening to music, music playback pauses. After the conversation, start the continuation of playing on the phone.
• Due to the unique features of the external device, occasionally BT function may work limited.
• The actual range depends on the other device and the ambient conditions. (e.g. walls, human bodies, other electrical devices, movement …)
• Abnormal operation, noise can be caused by the electrical appliances nearby, this does not indicate a malfunction of the device!
• If you listen to it also during charging, occasionally network noise may occur in the speakers.
• Abnormal operation may be caused by the specific features of the external device, which does not indicate a malfunction of the device! Occasionally, the BT function may operate limited due to the specific features of the external device.

MP3 PLAYBACK FROM USB MASS STORAGE
The player is ready to use when the display is lighting. Insert the USB storage carefully, and the device switches to USB playback mode, then the playback starts. The display shows the elapsed time from the actual program and the song’s number when scrolling. To start playback, press the button, however it starts automatically after inserting the external device. Press the same button to pause playback (PAUSE) or with the scroll buttons you can select the desired program. By holding the last ones, quick search works. Some extra functions can only be activated when the MP3 player is operated. With the remote control’s RPT button you can select the repeat of the actual song (ONE) or the repeat of all songs (ALL). In case of particular signal sources you can choose with the front side EQ button you can select from the EQ1-EQ2-EQ3 sounding modes.

• When switching it on, the restart of the last played track can be started.
• The recommended file system for memory is: FAT32. Do not use NTFS formatted memory unit!
• If the unit does not emit sound or it does not recognize the USB memory, remove and then reconnect the memory and select it again with the INPUT button. If necessary, switch it off and back again!
• Only remove the external memory after you have changed to a different source with the INPUT button or you have switched off the player! Otherwise, the data may be corrupted. Do not remove the connected external unit during playback!
• The USB device can only be inserted in one way. If it stops, turn it over and try again; do not force it! Do not touch the contacts!
• Be careful not to damage the devices stick out of the appliance.
• Abnormal operation may be caused by the unique features of the mass storage device, which does not indicate a malfunction of the device.
• Do not charge a device (e.g. mobile phone) from the USB socket!

USE OF THE RADIO
Select the FM radio mode with the INPUT button. The display shows the reception frequency. To start automatic tuning and storing, press and hold the button. After completing the setting, the device selects the first-found radio station. Additional programs can be accessed by briefly pressing the scroll buttons. On the display the P01…P50 program positions show the given radio station. By keeping the scroll buttons pressed, station search can be started, which stops at the first destination you have found.

• Search stops when it detects a variable signal strength – this does not always mean finding a radio program.
• The reception of the radio depends to a great extent on the location of use and the current reception conditions.
• Do not have a larger metal object or electric appliance near the device!
• Carefully pull out the backside telescopic antenna and adjust it in the direction of the best reception! Positioning of the device also affects reception quality.

WIRED AUDIO INPUTS (MIC INPUT, AUX INPUT)
The following input options are available to connect external devices with headphone output or audio output to the amplifier:
MIC INPUT: Ć6,3 mm socket for handheld microphone (not included).
AUX INPUT: Ć3,5 mm socket to connect headphone output or LINE output (mobile phone, tablet, computer, multimedia player…).

•  The available sound quality depends on the quality of the audio signal provided by the external device and its volume and tone settings.
• It is recommended to switch off the equalizer on the player and use it only on the sound box (EQ).
• The too small signal (volume) entering the sound box may cause excessive noise, too much signal causes distortion. It is recommended to maintain the signal level at medium level.
• Connecting cable and, in some cases, the purchase of an external adapter may be necessary for proper connection.
• For further information, see the instruction manual of the device to be connected.

THE REMOTE CONTROL

To install the remote control, unplug the insulating board from the battery compartment. Replace the batteries again if you experience uncertain operation or reduced range: CR 2025; 3 V button cell.

• When using the remote control, point it in the direction of the control panel and be within 2-3 meters from the unit!
• To replace the battery, turn the remote control down, then pull the battery holder out with the battery. Make sure that the inserted battery’s positive side is face up. Follow the instructions on the back of the remote control!
• Remove the battery when not planning to use it for a longer period of time! Immediately remove the depleted battery! Do not use different kinds of batteries and/or used and new batteries together! Battery replacement can only be performed by an adult! Keep batteries out of reach of children!
• If there is some liquid flown out from the battery, take a protective glove, and clean the battery holder with a dry cloth!
• Warning! Risk of explosion in case of incorrect battery-replacement! It can be replaced only by same or replacing type! Do not expose batteries to direct thermal radiation and sunshine! It is forbidden to open, burn and short-circuit the batteries! Non-rechargeable batteries must not be charged! Risk of explosion! Do not insert accumulators instead of batteries because they have a significantly lower voltage and efficiency!
• THIS PRODUCT INCLUDES BUTTON CELL. DO NOT SWALLOW THE BATTERY, RISK OF CHEMICAL BURN! IN CASE OF INGESTION, IT CAN CAUSE STRONG INTERNAL BURN WITHIN 2 HOURS AND MAY LEAD TO DEATH! KEEP THE NEW AND USED BATTERIES OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN! IF THE COVER OF BATTERY COMPARTMENT CANNOT CLOSE PROPERLY, DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT MORE, AND KEEP OUT OF CHILDREN! IF YOU THINK A BATTERY HAS BEEN SWALLOWED OR GOT INTO ONE OF THE BODY PARTS, IMMEDIATELY CONSULT A DOCTOR!CLEANING

OR GOT INTO ONE OF THE BODY PARTS, IMMEDIATELY CONSULT A DOCTOR!

CLEANING

Before cleaning, power off the device, by unplugging it from the mains. Use a soft, dry cloth. Do not use aggressive cleaners and liquids!

MAINTENANCE

Occasionally check the integrity of the power adapter/connection cable and the coverage. Immediately power off in case of any malfunction and contact a specialist!

TROUBLESHOOTING

Upon noticing any malfunction, switch off the device! Later try switching it back on. If the problem persists, look through the following notes. This guide can help in identifying the problem, if the device is connected correctly beside it. If necessary, contact a specialist!

Basic
The device isn’t working, the LLED display isn’t lighting.

• The amplifier isn’t switched on.

  • Check if you have pressed the POWER button for appropriate period of time to switch it on.

• The built-in battery is depleted.

  • Connect the power adapter and charge it up. Apparently, the device is operating, but it isn’t emit sound.

• The volume controls are not set correctly.

  • Check that neither the rotary volume control (VOLUME), nor the remote control’s
    VOL+/VOL- buttons are set to minimum.

• The audio cables are connected incorrectly.

  • Check if the audio cables are connected correctly, and their rule-based connection.

MP3 player
It does not play files from the correct source.

• Not the desired source or device is selected.
  • Press more times shortly the INPUT or the MODE button. MP3 playback isn’t working.
• A writing error has occurred. The MP3 format is not compatible.
  • Check if the MP3 format is appropriate.
• Contact problem with the USB socket.
  • Check that there is no foreign object in the connector. Carefully clean with a dry brush if necessary.
  • Connection problems can also be caused by inappropriate (e.g. sloping or rough) connections. Reconnect the external unit.
• Defective or non-standard memory unit.
  • Because of the production scattering, there may be differences between the same types of USB memory units that affect the use. Playback is noisy.
• A writing error has occurred. The MP3 format is not compatible.
  • Check if the MP3 format is compatible.
• The data carrier is faulty or a connection error has occurred during the connection.
  • Check the data carrier for compatibility and connection.
• A data copy error has occurred.
  • Check the used compression software and the computer. The wired microphone (option) cannot be heard.
• The setting of the VOLUME control is not appropriate.
  • Check, that this control is not set to minimum position.
  • Check if the microphone is switched on.

WARNINGS

• Before use, please read these instructions carefully, then keep them in an accessible place for future reference!
• Do not connect cables during operation Never turn the system on or off at full volume! Noise impact occurring this time can ruin your speakers!
• In order to protect audio system from external noise, lead the cables far from the power network cables!
• Do not hinder the cooling of the device, it is forbidden to cover it! Do not locate the backside of the sound box right next to wall! Keep a distance of minimum 20 cm! The mild warming up of the covering is a natural phenomenon.
• After finishing use, switch off and unplug the adapter from the mains!
• The appliance should be located so as to allow easy access and removal of the power plug!Lead the power cable so as to prevent it from being pulled out accidentally or tripped over! Do not lead the power cable under carpets, doormats etc.!
• Due to the presence of the mains voltage comply with the usual rules to protect life! It is forbidden to touch the unit or the connection cable with wet hands!
• The appliance may only be connected to 230 V ~/50 Hz electric wall outlets, belonging to II. electric protection class!
• Protect it from dust, damp, liquids, heat, moisture, frost and impact, as well as direct heat or sunlight!
• Use only indoor, in dry circumstances!
• Make sure that no foreign objects can get through the openings!
• Do not expose the device to splashing water and do not place objects, filled with liquids e.g.: glass on it!
• Open source of flame, like lit candle cannot be placed on the unit!
• Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the unit, because it can cause fire, accident or electric shock!
• In case of any malfunction, power off the device and contact a specialist!
• Do not connect a mobile phone to the USB socket with the purpose of charging!
• Due to compressed files, applied compression program and USB memory quality, improper operation may occur, which is not the shortage of the device.
• The playback of copy righted DRM files is not guaranteed!
• Playing of supported files is not granted in all case, since it can be affected by software and hardware conditions which are independent from the manufacturer.
• There may be differences between the different audio files, due to their different parameters of volume and sound quality.
• Manufacturer is not reliable for the lost or damaged data, etc., even if it happened while using this product. It is recommended to make a backup file to your personal computer.
• We do not recommend using more than 32 GB USB memory, because the management may slow down or be hindered. Only store playable files on external memory, the presence of foreign data / files can slow down the operation or cause confusion.
• Speakers contain magnets, so do not place such objects near them which are sensitive to magnetic field (e.g.: credit card, cassette, compass …)
• Incorrect use or installation renders the warranty void.
• This product has been made for residential use, it isn’t an industrial, professional tool.
• If the product has expired, it is considered as hazardous waste. Handle in accordance with local regulations.
• Somogyi Elektronic Ltd. certifies that this radio equipment conforms to directive No. 2014/53/EU. Full text of EU Declaration of Conformity is available on the following address: www.somogyi.hu
• Due to continuous improvements, the technical data and design may change without any prior notice.
• The actual instruction manual can be downloaded from www.somogyi.h  website.

Caution: Risk of electric shock!
Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the unit or its accessories. In case any part is damaged, immediately power off the unit and seek the assistance of a specialist. For preventing possible hearing impairment do not listen at high volume over an extended period of time! Waste equipment must be collected and disposed separately from household waste because it may contain components hazardous to the environment or health. Used or waste equipment may be dropped off free of charge at the point of sale, or at any distributor which sells equipment of identical nature and function. Dispose of the product at a facility specializing in the collection of electronic waste. By doing so, you will protect the environment as well as the health of others and yourself. If you have any questions, contact the local waste management organization. We shall undertake the tasks pertinent to the manufacturer as prescribed in the relevant regulations and shall bear any associated costs arising. DISPOSING OF ALKALINE AND RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES • Batteries, whether alkaline or rechargeable, must not be handled together with regular household waste. It is the legal obligation of the product’s user to dispose of batteries at a nearby collection center or at a retail shop. This ensures that the batteries are ultimately neutralized in an environment-friendly way.

Distribuitor: S.C. SOMOGYI ELEKTRONIC S.R.L.
J12/2014/13.06.2006 C.U.I.: RO 18761195
Tel.: +40 264 406 488, Fax: +40 264 406 489 • www.somogyi.ro

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